Does your business have a CaféTO patio, are you a business improvement area (BIA) or are you a non-profit looking to support your local restaurant scene? New in 2024 are two different grants available to help support CaféTO installations.
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March 2024 City Council Update
Toronto City Council had a jam-packed and exciting session this past March 20 and 21. Aside from lively discussion about the 2026 FIFA World Cup, section 37 funds were released for projects coming from my office’s Participatory Budgeting 2023 exercise.
Participatory Budgeting 2024
Last year was the first time PB was done in Ward 13; we learned a lot about what improvements residents want to see in their neighbourhoods. Now, it’s time to generate some new ideas for 2024!
Statement: Shooting at Parliament and Dundas
Toronto Police have informed me that this afternoon, there was a shooting at a residence near Dundas Street East and Parliament Street that left two people dead and one with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Toronto Centre Project Updates - March 2024
As spring arrives, neighbourhood improvements are also on their way. Thank you to our dedicated residents for submitting wonderful project ideas and reporting traffic concerns to our Proposals function.
Please check out TorontoCentreProjects.ca for more updates on all the neighbourhood projects near you!
Toronto City Council Highlights: February 2024
On February 6 and 7, Toronto City Council held its first meeting of 2024. Amidst the busyness of budget season, important pieces of heritage were protected, updates were made to the City’s Noise Bylaw, and requests were made of the Province to increase the accessibility of Landlord and Tenant Board services.
The Year Ahead
In this special update, I explain what this year’s adopted budget means for us in Toronto Centre and the work to be done in the year ahead.
Allan Gardens Encampment February Update
It has been just under a year since I brought together the department heads of various city divisions responsible for managing encampments for the first-ever Allan Gardens Task Force meeting.
The Mayor's Budget
On February 1, Mayor Olivia Chow released her version of the budget. This iteration comes after the Staff budget was released on January 10th and underwent extensive public consultation at pre-budget consultations last November, budget town halls, and budget committee meetings.
Honouring Black History Month with New Corktown Laneways
On February 1, I was joined by the Corktown community to unveil two new laneway namings and commemorate the first day of Black History Month 2024 - two seemingly unrelated events that were, in this case, meaningfully intertwined.
Letter to the West Don Lands Committee
It’s with profound sadness but also immense gratitude to learn that the West Don Lands Committee (WDLC) has made the difficult decision to cease operations. Since 1997, the WDLC has helped shape many neighbourhoods and advocated for an accessible and beautiful waterfront in Toronto.
Getting Toronto Back on Track: The Proposed 2024 Budget
Over the last week, I have heard from many constituents about the City’s proposed 2024 budget. I wanted to address the concerns I have heard regarding the property tax rate increase as I can understand the anxiety this has caused.
Canada Launches New Nationwide Suicide Crisis Helpline
9-8-8 is the new, nationwide suicide crisis helpline. It is the line to call if you, or someone who know, are dealing with thoughts of suicide.
Dixon Hall Gala 2023
A Step Forward: Renaming Yonge-Dundas Square and Dundas Station
On December 14, I tabled a motion, with the Mayor's support, to officially adopt the new name “Sankofa Square” for Yonge-Dundas Square by the end of Q2 2024. The motion also covered the removal of the Dundas name from three additional city assets and the launch of a public education campaign that will extend into 2025, focusing on acknowledging the impact of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and slavery.
